New HBE Gunleather for Hi-Power! Pictures!!

rodc13 · August 4th, 2008, 06:00 PM

When I got my first Browning Hi-Power, I knew there were several things I needed to make it a really first-line CCW.

First was to remove the magazine disconnect and get a trigger job. This was taken care of by Cline's Trigger Shop here in San Antonio. Steve Cline has done work for me before, and he did an absolutely fabulous job on the Hi-Power.

Second was to replace the factory grips. I got some truly excellent cocobolo grips made by Craig Spegel via Lightning Arms. Great feel, really fit my hand perfectly.

Third was top-flight gunleather. This has been delivered in spades by Eric Larsen, H.B.E. Specialty LeatherWorks, a true master of the craft. I ordered a Com III IWB holster and a matching mag/flashlight pouch. As you'll see in the photos, the dark brown/shark trim result is everything I was hoping for. Eric took the time to find out about me, body build, carry style, any physical limitations, etc., to make sure he would build exactly the right holster to suit me.

By the way, he also made an amazing shark guitar strap for me as well. I'll post pictures of that later.

Here's the end product, delivered within two weeks of my order. Shown with Mec-Gar 15-round mag and SureFire G2Z:

Closeup, showing the Craig Spegel grips:

And one of just the Hi-Power:

I am ecstatic about how the Hi-Power shoots and now, with the comfort and security of Eric's workmanship, I carry it regularly.

Thanks, Eric!!

Sportsterguy · August 4th, 2008, 06:34 PM

Nice rig Rod! Really love the whole set up. I swapped over to a BHP bout 2 months ago for CC and love it. Had a C&S safety put on and left it at that, as the trigger was crisp and I was hitting good with it.
Mine also resides in a COM III. Not as pretty as your's but she's a beaut in my eyes and buries the HP. IMO it is the best IWB out there! Now to the piggy bank for a pair of them grips!
I double the thanks to Eric!

Pistol

Pistol and COM III

Silver Wolf · August 4th, 2008, 06:39 PM

Really nice rig!! Something about High Powers and a nice leather...
I like the mag pouch with the shark, very classy/tasteful.
How do you like the "fin"? I have heard good things but a few people have stated their body type didn't take to it, so to speak.

Congrats and enjoy!!

TwinCarry · August 4th, 2008, 06:44 PM

You guys are killing me!! Yeah, I'm talking to both of you!!! I have one of these but without the sharkskin. And man, what a difference the sharkskin makes.

In fact, because of you two, I'm determined to sell mine in exchange for one like yours!

Nice holsters guys!

Here's mine without the sharkskin

Holster is now SOLD! One of the easiest advertising I've done so far!

Don't mean to hijack this thread but I still think it's within the topic. Cuz now I get to order one just like you guys have - Sharkskin ROCKS!

Thanks rodc13!

rodc13 · August 4th, 2008, 08:20 PM

Glad to be inspiring, TwinCarry! And it's great that Eric gets some more bidness.

The "fin" is okay by me. Quite comfy, as it covers a few of the BHP's rough spots. Of course, the fact that I've lost 50 pounds since last November may have something to do with it, too.

Hey, Sportsterguy! Did you take that picture on my deck? Check out the last three photos of my M1 in this thread and you'll see what I mean: M1 Garand - Got One!

Ridgeline · August 4th, 2008, 10:47 PM

More HP fans ... the best hand gun ever produced. My .02cents.

Sportsterguy · August 4th, 2008, 10:59 PM

Good thread guys. Rod, it was my porch that needs stained in the pic. Darn NC sun is brutal. Glad you are getting that sharkskin Twincarry. Silverwolf I love the fin. Keeps the pistol rock steady and seems to spread the pressure out. I'm 5'7" and about 175 and the thing fits like a glove. Was a 1911 guy for years but I've really fallen for this HP. Carries better for me than my ol SA Champ and I get 6 more shots if needed. Now a set of Novaks and them Spiegel grips

Craiger · August 4th, 2008, 11:02 PM

Great looking setup rodc13

Eric makes some very nice leather holsters, I have one of his comII holsters same color as yours also with shark accents for my USP-CT. It is so purdy!

akatim · August 5th, 2008, 01:22 AM

Beautiful holster! Eric does take good care of his customers. And I agree that shark does add great to the appearance of the holster.

I think were on to something great here...

TwinCarry · August 5th, 2008, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akatim

Beautiful holster! Eric does take good care of his customers. And I agree that shark does add great to the appearance of the holster.

I think were on to something great here...

Wow that is SWEET!

I have to conclude that in my opinion, the best looking holsters are the combination of cordovan and black sharkskin, just like what you all have. Glad we have the same taste in holsters!

Checkout mine!

August 4th, 2008, 06:00 PM	#1
rodc13 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 2,701	New HBE Gunleather for Hi-Power! Pictures!! When I got my first Browning Hi-Power, I knew there were several things I needed to make it a really first-line CCW. First was to remove the magazine disconnect and get a trigger job. This was taken care of by Cline's Trigger Shop here in San Antonio. Steve Cline has done work for me before, and he did an absolutely fabulous job on the Hi-Power. Second was to replace the factory grips. I got some truly excellent cocobolo grips made by Craig Spegel via Lightning Arms. Great feel, really fit my hand perfectly. Third was top-flight gunleather. This has been delivered in spades by Eric Larsen, H.B.E. Specialty LeatherWorks, a true master of the craft. I ordered a Com III IWB holster and a matching mag/flashlight pouch. As you'll see in the photos, the dark brown/shark trim result is everything I was hoping for. Eric took the time to find out about me, body build, carry style, any physical limitations, etc., to make sure he would build exactly the right holster to suit me. By the way, he also made an amazing shark guitar strap for me as well. I'll post pictures of that later. Here's the end product, delivered within two weeks of my order. Shown with Mec-Gar 15-round mag and SureFire G2Z: Closeup, showing the Craig Spegel grips: And one of just the Hi-Power: I am ecstatic about how the Hi-Power shoots and now, with the comfort and security of Eric's workmanship, I carry it regularly. Thanks, Eric!! __________________ Cheers, Rod "We're paratroopers. We're supposed to be surrounded!" Dick Winters

August 4th, 2008, 06:34 PM	#2
Sportsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: On the River Posts: 980	Nice rig Rod! Really love the whole set up. I swapped over to a BHP bout 2 months ago for CC and love it. Had a C&S safety put on and left it at that, as the trigger was crisp and I was hitting good with it. Mine also resides in a COM III. Not as pretty as your's but she's a beaut in my eyes and buries the HP. IMO it is the best IWB out there! Now to the piggy bank for a pair of them grips! I double the thanks to Eric! Pistol Pistol and COM III __________________ Sportsterguy Molon Labe! Join the NRA today, or don't complain when your guns are taken away! Last edited by Sportsterguy; August 4th, 2008 at 06:36 PM.. Reason: addition

August 4th, 2008, 06:39 PM	#3
Silver Wolf Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 266	High Power Really nice rig!! Something about High Powers and a nice leather... I like the mag pouch with the shark, very classy/tasteful. How do you like the "fin"? I have heard good things but a few people have stated their body type didn't take to it, so to speak. Congrats and enjoy!! __________________ Dave Little Bear Holsters http://www.littlebearholsters.com/ Mission first.... Soldiers ALWAYS!

August 4th, 2008, 06:44 PM	#4
TwinCarry Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 341	You guys are killing me!! Yeah, I'm talking to both of you!!! I have one of these but without the sharkskin. And man, what a difference the sharkskin makes. In fact, because of you two, I'm determined to sell mine in exchange for one like yours! Nice holsters guys! Here's mine without the sharkskin Holster is now SOLD! One of the easiest advertising I've done so far! Don't mean to hijack this thread but I still think it's within the topic. Cuz now I get to order one just like you guys have - Sharkskin ROCKS! Thanks rodc13! __________________ SA EMP ~ Sig P232s ~ Walther PP ~ Makarov ~ S&W 442 ~ Ruger LCP HK USP Compact ~ HK P2000sk ~ RIA Tactical ~ FN Hi-Power ~ Sig GSR C3 Last edited by TwinCarry; August 4th, 2008 at 08:08 PM.. Reason: Added Pictures

August 4th, 2008, 08:20 PM	#5
rodc13 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 2,701	Glad to be inspiring, TwinCarry! And it's great that Eric gets some more bidness. The "fin" is okay by me. Quite comfy, as it covers a few of the BHP's rough spots. Of course, the fact that I've lost 50 pounds since last November may have something to do with it, too. Hey, Sportsterguy! Did you take that picture on my deck? Check out the last three photos of my M1 in this thread and you'll see what I mean: M1 Garand - Got One! __________________ Cheers, Rod "We're paratroopers. We're supposed to be surrounded!" Dick Winters

August 4th, 2008, 10:47 PM	#6
Ridgeline VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,025	More HP fans ... the best hand gun ever produced. My .02cents. __________________ "Eternity is Too Long to be Wrong" Texas CHL Instructor & Holder Life Member NRA Member TSRA

August 4th, 2008, 10:59 PM	#7
Sportsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: On the River Posts: 980	Good thread guys. Rod, it was my porch that needs stained in the pic. Darn NC sun is brutal. Glad you are getting that sharkskin Twincarry. Silverwolf I love the fin. Keeps the pistol rock steady and seems to spread the pressure out. I'm 5'7" and about 175 and the thing fits like a glove. Was a 1911 guy for years but I've really fallen for this HP. Carries better for me than my ol SA Champ and I get 6 more shots if needed. Now a set of Novaks and them Spiegel grips __________________ Sportsterguy Molon Labe! Join the NRA today, or don't complain when your guns are taken away!

August 4th, 2008, 11:02 PM	#8
Craiger Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vermont USA Posts: 236	Great looking setup rodc13 Eric makes some very nice leather holsters, I have one of his comII holsters same color as yours also with shark accents for my USP-CT. It is so purdy! __________________ 1911PW USMC Precision Accuracy & Combat Toughness http://www.1911pw.com

August 5th, 2008, 01:22 AM	#9
akatim New Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 10	Beautiful holster! Eric does take good care of his customers. And I agree that shark does add great to the appearance of the holster. I think were on to something great here...

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